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Cottages on Sand Lake - *Jaquzzi* - The Retreat

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Pool
Terrace/patio
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cottages on Sand Lake - *Jaquzzi* - The Retreat

Welcome to The Cottages on Sand Lake, our family vacation spot. The Retreat is the main house on our property. It's our largest but is not located directly on the water. Just a short walk across the yard there is a shared swimming area with 3 docks available for guests to use. Paddle boat, row boats, paddle boards and kayaks provided as well as a large floating mat and water trampoline. Sand lake is a 102 acre lake with great fishing even during the winter I am told. It is on the small side which makes it rarely crowded yet big enough to do all your favorite water sports. Great fishing right off the dock including large mouth bass, perch, bluegill, and catfish. Sand Lake County Park located two blocks away to put your boat in. This is a classic Michigan inland lake. Enjoy the sunset from the front porch swing and watch the carriages go by!



The original house was built in the late 1800's and was originally an old farmhouse but has since doubled in size. There are three bedrooms upstairs which are walk-thru's and are connected so you do need to walk thru one bedroom to get to the other (think like a circle, no hallway). The master bedroom and bath are private and can be blocked off for privacy. The bedroom in the back is small but also has access to the top deck so has an outside entrance as well. Two decks for outside dining as well as a large kitchen for meal prep. We have fast WIFI and 3 smart tvs with Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN+ included. Family games and puzzles are also provided for your enjoyment.
There are lots of things to do around the area. We are located in Amish country just 30 minutes to Shipshewana for flea market shopping (May - Sept.) and great Amish culture and cuisine. Yoder’s Country Market a 4 minute drive towards Centerville. Great golfing nearby with Island Hills Golf Club being just a 6 minute drive and St. Joe County Golf Club less then a mile away. Swiss Valley Ski and snowboard area 34 minutes away for winter time fun! Please view out Airbnb guidebook for more information and suggestions.



PRIVATE Hot tub!!! Jacuzzi J-345 Spa EXCLUSIVE to The Retreat. The hot tub is not shared and is private. There is also a fire ring for family nights around the fire.


Other things to note:


Outside amenities are available for free but are shared among all cottage guests. Life jackets and yard games (croquet, bags) are also available and located in the small shed next to the garage. The Lakefront is a common area. Please enjoy! We encourage you to meet the other guests. BYOW :)
The lake is clean and not excessively "weedy". There are no lilly pads. My kids love jumping right off the dock! The lake does have a cement sea wall to prevent erosion. If you prefer a more "beachy" experience, there is a sandy beach located at the county park just a few blocks or kayak ride away!

We do provide a limited amount of towels for bathing, swimming and for the hot tub. You are encouraged to bring extra if you have a large group or will be doing a lot of swimming. However please try to keep the towels out of the dirt and do not bring our bath towels outside!


The laundry room located in the basement and is used by the house keeper, usually me, when needed to do laundry for our other Airbnbs. It has its own separate entrance from the outside and is a separate area from the rest of the basement.


We do allow pets with a $50 per pet fee which must be collected separately after you make your reservation. Please include the breed and size of your pet when making your reservation. You will also be required to agree to our pet policy.


We provide contactless check-in for your stay. There is a keypad on the back door for entry. We can be reached by phone, email, or text, as needed.


Please no parties or family gatherings are allowed. All guests must be disclosed and on reservation. The lakefront is for registered guests only. We do this to keep the swimming area uncrowded and enjoyable for all of our guests. If your reservation is for less then the allowed number of guests then you may request to have visitors (only up to the allowed number of guests) but permission must be obtained before hand. If you would like to have a family gathering we recommend Sand Lake County Park. Unauthorized guests will result in a $100 per day fee. The farmhouse only has parking for 3 vehicles.


If you would like early check in or late check out I will do my best to accommodate. There is a fee of $20 per hour. Please be aware that it takes up to 5 hours to clean and do laundry in between guests so availability is subject to prior/future guests requests.
Damage deposit is just a pre-authorization on credit card and is automatically released 5 days after departure.


This is our family getaway and hope you enjoy it! Search #farmhouseonsandlake on FB and Instagram for more pics and please share yours!

Property manager

Jennifer Burton

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private spa tub
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2200 sq ft (204 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Farmhouse on Sand Lake Sturgis
Farmhouse on Sand Lake Private vacation home
Farmhouse on Sand Lake Private vacation home Sturgis
435410

About the neighborhood

Map
Sturgis, MI

What's nearby

  • Sand Lake County Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lake Templene - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Saint Joe Valley Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Evans Lake - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Blue Gate Theater - 43 min drive - 45.7 km

Getting around

  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Local - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Prairie Lake Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gibby's Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Royal Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottages on Sand Lake - *Jaquzzi* - The Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottages on Sand Lake - *Jaquzzi* - The Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottages on Sand Lake - *Jaquzzi* - The Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottages on Sand Lake - *Jaquzzi* - The Retreat located?

Situated in Sturgis, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sand Lake County Park, Lake Templene, and Demijohn Lake. Saint Joe Valley Golf Course and Evans Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Cottages on Sand Lake - *Jaquzzi* - The Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Accommodating!
Jenny was incredibly accommodating to my friends and I traveling through the area to go to Farrand Hall
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamela S., Plainfield IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great quiet place
This place is nice and clean. Cute, lots of beds and lots of dishes and things in house to use. One of the best we have stayed at.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

serena h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
Took the hubby away for the weekend for his birthday we enjoyed our stay! House had everything you need to host was very nice! I think it would be even better in the summer time they had all the accommodations you can ask for with the lake jealous I didn't get to try them out way too cold in October but still nice and relaxing and beautiful sights
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harold F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property
We were in town not to enjoy the lake or the beautiful hot tub but I could definitely recommend this property for those activities. It is a nice house with everything you would need. We just slept and showered and were very pleased.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H., Ottawa, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottages on Sand Lake
What an amazing find! We stayed in the Farm House - clean, spacious and absolutely everything you could need. The MANY lake amenities were so nice to have! Thank you for sharing your slice of heaven with us! We will be back next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
amazing
the farmhouse is great for any vacation stay. While we only stayed a couple of days everything we needed was there. Our mom now lives with us in Ohio but has several family members still living in OH . She has missed her family and so for her 90th birthday owe wanted to have a place where family could visit and wish her a Happy Birthday. Being able to see family brought tears to her eyes and everyone commented on how wonderful the place was and it was definitely everything it was listed to be. I would recommend this property to everyone
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay
Everything was as advertised, but anyone staying there should be aware that there are two roosters next door that start crowing at 4 am and continue basically nonstop until 7 am. Best thing about the location is the Sand Lake Grocery (walking distance). Their ice cream is delicious and you can get a 3.5 POUND dish for less than $7.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Karen N.

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice family getaway spot
Jennifer & Stephen are great hosts. All questions were answered promptly. The farm house was very clean and nicely appointed with newer appliances, a good supply of fresh linens and lots of nice touches for any group that chooses to stay there. The beach and docks were great! We loved the boats, fire pit and just chilling by the lake. We would like it noted that this particular unit is right on the highway and the neighbor has two roosters and 6 dogs. So at night and starting at daybreak, it was difficult to sleep. This was somewhat muffled indoors, but all of our group was up early every day as a result. Jennifer & Stephen have no control over this situation and apparently plan to build a privacy wall in the future. All in all, a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022